Barcelona Paella Cooking Class with Market Visit, Tapas & Sangria
Overview
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3 hours
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Join us for a top-rated paella cooking class that’s hands-on, social, and rooted in authentic Spanish cuisine. Suitable for beginners and confident home cooks alike, this experience is ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups who enjoy great food and good company.
Your local chef will guide you through the market, introduce you to fellow food lovers from around the world, and teach you the techniques behind this iconic Spanish dish. You’ll receive clear guidance, insider tips, and recipes so you can recreate the experience at home.
We’re deeply passionate about sharing Spanish food and culture and take pride in creating welcoming, memorable experiences around the table. If you’re looking for a fun, authentic, and delicious way to connect with Barcelona, we’d love to cook with you.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
As everything is made fresh, food allergies will be confirmed at the start of the class.
We do offer a chicken or vegetarian paella option
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Step into Barcelona’s culinary heart with a hands-on experience starting at the iconic La Boqueria Market. Walk the stalls with your local chef and learn how to choose the freshest seasonal ingredients. After the market, head to GAB LAB, our modern test kitchen and dining space. Begin with a fun sangria-making workshop, followed by a tasting of seasonal tapas. Next, put on your apron for a hands-on paella class. Learn the history and techniques behind this iconic dish as you cook, share stories, and bring your paella to life. Once ready, enjoy your meal with fellow travelers, followed by a traditional Spanish dessert and farewell toast. Recipes are included so you can recreate the experience at home. Ideal for food lovers, couples, solo travelers, and groups seeking an authentic and social Barcelona experience. Enjoy a relaxed, social atmosphere designed to help you connect, cook, and share an unforgettable meal together. Please note: - The market is closed Sundays and public holidays - Classes at 11:00 and 19:00 end at Carrer de Sant Gil, 4 Bis (9-minute walk from the market) - Chicken and Vegetarian options are also available for those with food allergies and preferences.
Sample Menu
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Starter · Seasonal Spanish Tapas
A selection of fresh, seasonal tapas such as cured meats, cheeses, pimientos de padrón, pan con tomate, and olives (Selections may vary)
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Workshop · Traditional Spanish Sangria
Take part in a hands-on sangria-making workshop and enjoy your creation. Non-alcoholic version also available
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Main · Paella
Seafood paella Vegetarian and chicken options available Food allergies and preferences are collected at the start of the class
dessert
Dessert · Tarta de Santiago
Classic almond cake from Galicia
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Beverages
Bottled water, juice, and non-alcoholic sangria available
What‘s Included
Beverages included: sangria, red wine, bottled water, and juice
**La Boqueria Market Tour (Excluding Sundays and Public Holidays)
Traditional Spanish dessert with instruction
Tapas tasting (selection varies)
Hands-on paella cooking class with a local chef
Sangria-making workshop
All recipes to recreate the experience at home
Gratuities (optional, for a job well done)
Market visit on Sundays and public holidays (market closed)
Options
Paella Barcelona: Market Visit, Tapas, Sangria and Paella Class
Reviews
2,508 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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847beccar,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience. The chefs were friendly and informative! The food was delicious and at the end, I went home with all of the recipes! Alberto and Matteo were so friendly and nice!!!! We loved them.
Fantastic experience in every possible way
Rjw3149,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience in every possible way. The chef was funny, helpful and ensured we had the best time. He walked us through making Paella....with preparing the squid being the highlight. The food turned out perfectly, the best Paella I've ever had, and the San Gria we made was fantastic. I've recommended this experience to my friends back home, and we'd do it again.
Lots of fun!
bonniewM3734TQ,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lots of fun! Highly recommend. Great hosts Maria and Matteo. Sangria, seafood paella and almond cake were all absolutely delicious.
Maria was a wonderful...
Joe C,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Maria was a wonderful teacher. She made the experience very fun and time flew by. The Paella came out delicious!
More Fun Than You Think!
Kschad8,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great experience! The whole idea seemed a bit kitschy initially but our host Yaya mixed in a fair amount of history and culture which kept things interesting. Plus lots sangria! Really enjoyed the cooking part and the paella itself was fabulous. My husband and I both had a lot of fun. Be aware the meeting point was a bit difficult to find, the name GabLab is in smaller letters about 10 feet up, we passed it completely the first try and only located it with a help of a passerby.
Cooking Paella in Barcelona
Noni B,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00An amazing experience, visiting the market for fresh ingredients and then making the most delicious lunch. Maria and Andreas were fantastic hosts and it was a great group of people. Highly recommend this activity to visitors to Barcelons.
AMAZING!
Lindsey A,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Matt and Hugo were awesome! It was an interactive, educational, and extremely fun experience. I definitely wouldn’t skip this on a visit to Barcelona, I couldn’t recommend it enough!!
strong recommendation
R3349RLthomasw,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent course. The chefs Hugo and Matteo did an impressive lesson. They explained a lot about background and details of preparation. It was a lot of fun and paella was wonderful.
Paella cooking
Excursion29494063459,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience. Our chef Andres was informative and fun. The Paella was delicious . Would recommend this experience!
Fun and DELICIOUS!!!
Lisa P,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I expected to enjoy this cooking class, but even better was the fact that we learned how to make EXCELLENT paella. I am looking forward to making it at home soon.
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